How auditory training can improve hearing and confidence
When people think about hearing loss, they usually think about the ears.
But hearing is actually a partnership between your ears and your brain.
Hearing aids collect sound and deliver it to the brain. However, the brain still needs to process, interpret and understand that sound. When someone has experienced hearing loss for a period of time, the brain can become less efficient at recognising speech, especially in challenging environments like restaurants, family gatherings, or busy public places.
This is where auditory training can make a real difference.
What is LACE Auditory Training?
LACE (Listening and Communication Enhancement) is an auditory training program designed to help people with hearing loss improve how their brain understands sound.
The program works by providing structured listening exercises that train the brain to better interpret speech and conversation.
Research shows that people can experience improvements in as little as 5–10 hours of training, with measurable gains in speech comprehension and listening confidence.
Who can benefit from auditory training?
Auditory training can be helpful for people who:
- Recently received hearing aids
- Still struggle to hear clearly in noisy places
- Have mild hearing loss
- Want to improve their listening confidence
It can be particularly useful for people who feel that conversations are still difficult even after receiving hearing devices.